Remorse, the fatal egg by Pleasure laid. - William Cowper

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Remorse, the fatal egg by Pleasure laid.

William Cowper

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About William Cowper

William Cowper (26 November 1731 – 25 April 1800) was an English poet and hymnodist.

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Also Known As: Bard of Olney

Alternative Names: Cowper, William • Cowper William

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There goes the parson, O illustrious spark! And there, scarce less illustrious, goes the clerk.

Built God a church, and laugh'd his word to scorn.

Glory, built
On selfish principles, is shame and guilt.